

Best for intermediate divers, 8-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Ran Faru in the North Male Atoll is a reef and wall site featuring a drop-off that descends from 8 to 30 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents that can accelerate along the wall structure. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres, with water temperatures consistently between 28 and 30C. Boat access is required for this site, which is suited for intermediate divers. When currents are present, divers can find shelter behind the reef structure. The site is characterised by hard corals in the shallows and a vertical wall profile that demands careful depth monitoring throughout the dive.
4.33990, 73.45400
Position yourself downcurrent from cleaning stations at 15 to 18 metres to observe reef sharks and turtles without causing them to alter their behaviour.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr
The site features a wall and drop-off that descends from 8 metres down to 30 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the wall topography.
Boat access is required to reach Ran Faru.
Sharks are present at this site. Divers should maintain calm movement, avoid erratic behaviour, and monitor their depth closely near the 30-metre drop-off.
This site is primarily a dive location requiring boat access and is designed for intermediate divers navigating a wall up to 30 metres deep.
Diving at Ran Faru in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Ran Faru in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Ran Faru in Malé are March and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Ran Faru in Malé. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Ran Faru in Malé typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.